Run Four the Pines - Prairie Pines

A fundraising trail run & walk for Prairie Pines Nature Preserve Trails and to connect them to the Lincoln Trail System

Race Details

a fun morning through the woods and across the prairie

Join us for the annual cross-country style trail run or walk on grass and/or dirt and mulch trails of the Prairie Pines Nature Preserve! For runners and walkers of all ages, with or without a dog. That's right, dog/human duos can be part of the run this year! The run is the only day of the year when dogs are allowed in the Prairie Pines wildlife habitat.

location

Prairie Pines Nature Preserve: 3100 N. 112th St. Lincoln, NE 68527

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date & time

Saturday, August 8th, 2026

1 Mile (Youth & Adult): 9:00 AM
4 Mile: 9:30 AM

packet pick-up & timing

Race Day Packet Pick-up before race only
No bibs or chips - just run!

Parking

Parking is provided at Prairie Pines, follow signage and volunteer instructions. Carpooling is highly encouraged!

family & pet friendly

Bring your stroller or your leashed furry friend along for the race.

Runners and dogs will run/walk together - runners line up first followed by joggers/walkers and runners with dogs.
Dogs must always be on a standard lead leash 6' or less, no retractable or bungee-type leashes. Dog scat pickup is required. Owners of aggressive or unsocial dogs will be asked to leave.

Awards, Gift Certificates & Drawings

4 Mile: Top 3 Males & Females
1 Mile (Adult): Top Male & Female, over 12 years
1 Mile (Youth): Top Male & Female, 12 & under
Paws Award: $100 gift certificate from Woodland Animal Hospital in Hickman and Springfield to the fastest dog & human duo in 4 mile & 1-mile, and a $100 gift certificate in a drawing of all other dogs
Awards will be distributed after the 4 Mile run

Race Director

Sue Kohles: sue@prairipines.org

Registration

Secure Your Spot Today

4 mile & 1 mile

Early Registration: $35 plus fees(before 7/26)
Late Registration: $40 plus fees (7/27-8/7)
Race Day Registration: $50 plus fees (Sign up in person at Prairie Pines by 8:30 am. Shirt not guaranteed.)
Special Registration for High School Cross Country Runners: $25 flat registration plus fee. Shirt guaranteed until 7/26.

Registration is required for all runners and walkers.

Youth 1 mile

Ages 12 and under.

Early Registration: $20 (before 7/26)
Late Registration: $30 (7/27-8/7)
Race Day Registration: $35 (Sign up in person at Prairie Pines. Shirt not guaranteed.)

Older youth runners are encouraged to run alone. However, an adult is allowed to run with their child free of charge.

Course Maps

find your path and stay on track

Volunteers will help you along the way.

4 Mile XC-course - 145 acres

1 Mile Run XC-course

After Run Reward

you finished - let's relax

Kick back in the arboretum and celebrate nature and your accomplishment. You are a winner for getting active in nature so stick around for the awards, complimentary bagels from Bagels & Joe and refreshments!

Smoothies and breakfast items will be available for purchase.

Awards & Refreshments

Complimentary bagels & refreshments
Smoothies and breakfast items available for purchase
Awards & Drawings for human & dog participants

shoutout to our sponsors

2019

Our 1st Run Four the Pines

Donate

support habitat and access to nature

Support the Prairie Pines Partners and their work at Prairie Pines Nature Preserve to maintain its trails and connect to the Lincoln trail system through the "Run for the Pines - Paws on the Path" trail run participation and/or your donation.

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